2019 Harris Boats 230 SUNLINER

Harris 230 Sunliner: A Sporty Triple-Tube Pontoon Made for Easy Days on the Water

1. General Information

The 2019 Harris 230 Sunliner is a 23-foot pontoon boat from Harris, a builder that has been making family-friendly pontoons since 1957. Part of the Sunliner series, it combines eye-catching styling with the stability of a triple-tube platform, creating a roomy, social deck that suits cruising, relaxing with friends, fishing and towing skiers or tubes. Its generous deck space, flexible seating and easy handling make it a natural fit for lake and sheltered-water days, from quiet sunset cruises to full-family weekends.

Powered by a Mercury outboard, the Sunliner 230 has been offered with engines ranging from about 150 to 250 hp, and this boat is specified with 150 hp, enough for relaxed cruising and light watersports. With no cabin, it is a day boat in the classic sense, built around open deck space, comfortable lounging and easy docking.

2. Construction and Design

Harris builds the Sunliner on an aluminium pontoon platform, here in the Performance Triple Tube configuration. Three tubes spread the load for a stable, predictable ride, and in Harris's triple-tube layout the centre tube is set slightly lower than the outer tubes to improve performance, helping the boat stay composed in choppy water.

On deck, the Sunliner series is known for soft, durable upholstery, convertible lounges, reclining seating and a spacious bow area, with storage compartments to keep gear organised and a rear swim platform for easy access to the water. Harris pontoons are also known for sturdy detail construction, including crossmember supports, full-length gate stops and a rattle-free fence.

3. Key Features

• Triple-Tube Platform – Three tubes provide stability and a smooth ride, even when the water gets choppy.

• Mercury Outboard Power – A 150 hp Mercury outboard delivers relaxed cruising, with the wider Sunliner range offering more power for towing watersports gear.

• Flexible Seating – Convertible lounges and reclining seats can be arranged for fishing, entertaining or sunbathing.

• Open Bow and Storage – A spacious bow area for relaxing and storage compartments keep the deck uncluttered.

• Swim Platform – A rear platform makes swimming, diving and boarding easy.

4. Summary

The Harris 230 Sunliner suits families, friends and weekend boaters who want a comfortable, stable and sociable boat without the complexity of a cabin cruiser. It offers room to relax, enough power to enjoy tubing and skiing, and the practical touches that make long days on the water easy. For buyers comparing mid-size pontoons, it is a balanced choice for lake cruising, casual fishing and watersports.